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ARIA Restaurant

1 Macquarie St. | East Circular Quay, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia
02-9252-2555
Ranked #55 of 2,951 restaurants in Sydney
4.0 of 5 stars 281 Reviews
Cuisines: Australian, Contemporary
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: City Centre
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Cupertino, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

One of the top restaurants in Sydney, it overlooks the harbor and the Opera House. The food and service are of the highest quality. I have been there on a number occasions including New Years Eve. On all occasions the quality has been maintained, and watching fireworks while you enjoy fabulous food and wine is a must. More

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Sydney, Australia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

A friend of mine from who resides in Hong Kong says Australia is the highest cost country in Asia and the poorest value. $30 plus for entrees, $50 plus for mains and $25 plus for deserts means ARIA should have been beyond reproach in everything. Sorry guys you did not make it. Everything was fine... but that is my point,... More

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Sydney Australia
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90 reviews 90 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
97 helpful votes 97 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

There are many excellent restaurants in Sydney and this is one of them. The views are almost as good as those from the Quay, however, if one is going to pay top dollar then the food needs to match that. Entrees are over $30, mains are over $60 and desserts are over $25. For these prices one would expect every... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Enjoyed a fabulous tasting menu accompanied by wine. Really impressed by how consistently great each course was. Memorable dining experience, for all the right reasons! More

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Sydney, Australia
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185 reviews 185 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
938 helpful votes 938 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
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A Matt Moran signature restaurant with views directly of the Opera House. Food is modern Australian cuisine beautifully presented. Food, is excellent i had a steak which was cooked to perfection my partner had a fish with crispy skin, it too was thought to be excellent. Atmosphere is very good. Service outstanding More

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Kings Langley NSW
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Loved the view as I am a great fan of the harbour. It's been a long time since I visited this restaurant but I remember having a great time there More

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Sydney, Australia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

I was given a beautiful gift voucher for a meal for 2 at Aria. My husband and I have just moved out of Sydney so decided we would have our meal on the Sunday before we left. The food was beautiful, we enjoyed every mouthfull, the suggested wines were excellently chosen by the Somelier and the service was friendly and... More

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Sydney, Australia
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Been a few times, each was corporate entertaining in the evening. With the 6 star location and views of the harbour and reliably high quality menu, it's the perfect place for entertaining o/s visitors, or any special occasion. Wander 'round the Opera House or see a performance there before or after . Stroll aroudn the Btannical gardens only a few... More

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Wollongong, Australia
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

my new husband and i dined at Aria last night and were not disapointed! The pork belly and lamb were to die for. We will be back as soon as we can!! More

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Sydney, Australia
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Big call i know, but i have to say the few times i have eaten here the food has been on par if not better than at Quay - and with a very similar view, and service that is impeccable its hard to go past Aria as one of the best restaurants in Sydney. The pork belly is a must... More

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